downhilldoug

Northern California

downhilldoug's Passions

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Hiking & Camping

Biking

Skiing

Climbing

downhilldoug's Bio

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Life's about balance. If you are not independently wealthy and must work a day job (I'm not and I do), it is necessary to recreate any available free time. My wife and I have a baby at home so we're getting in less play time. The bike trailer is coming out soon and then we'll be playing more!

I've been through a few sets of brakes in my days (Hayes, Avid mechanical and hydraulic, Formula) and non has compared with how great my Shimano XT discs are...seriously! I'm not what you would call a mechanical genius. I like my bikes to work but lack the patience to really dial in brakes and derailleurs. Without a doubt, these brakes are simple and they work (meaning I spend more time on the trail, less in my garage). Get 'em, use 'em, love 'em!

I can't believe how comfortable these kneed pads are! I've had them a short time but I find myself wearing them on trail rides in addition to shuttling and the park. I think it's the deep cup for the knee that makes them stay in place so well. I highly recommend!

I've been running long finger gloves for MTB'ing for almost two decades now. The Pawtector has been one of my favorite over the years. One thing I realized is that these gloves just plain fit WAY better than the average glove. In addition, they're not bulky. I like that aspect in a good glove.

I think this is my third pair of these gloves over the years. These gloves are authentic. They are rock solid, straight out of the MX world. I've come back to buy them again and again just because they work!